Climate Insights for Lungkidau
Ranau, Sabah, Malaysia
Climate Overview
The climate in Lungkidau is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 24°C and approximately 2,449 mm of precipitation falls per year. Lungkidau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lungkidau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.The climate in Lungkidau is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 74°F and approximately 96.4 in of precipitation falls per year. Lungkidau receives a notable amount of rainfall throughout the year, including during its driest month. Lungkidau sits near the equator, so seasonal temperature differences are minimal throughout the year.
Temperature
Lungkidau has relatively stable temperatures year-round, staying within a 10°C range. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 30°C and the mean temperature sits around 24°C. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 20°C and an average of 23°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 9°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs.Lungkidau sees moderate temperature variation throughout the year, ranging from 67°F to 86°F. The warmest month is May, when average highs reach 86°F and the mean temperature sits around 76°F. February is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 67°F and an average of 73°F. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 16°F between overnight lows and afternoon highs.
Precipitation
Lungkidau is a very wet location, receiving approximately 2,449 mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 204 mm per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 262 mm of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 102 mm. That's 160 mm less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.Lungkidau is a very wet location, receiving approximately 96.4 in of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 8 in per month. The wettest month is June, averaging 10.3 in of rainfall. October and September also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is February, with just 4 in. That's 6.3 in less than June, the wettest month. Precipitation varies noticeably between seasons, with the second half (July to December) of the year generally seeing more rainfall.
Wind
Lungkidau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 4km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 5km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 3km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 2km/h between the calmest and windiest months.Lungkidau is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 2mph. For context, sustained winds below 7mph are generally light, while anything above 16mph is considered strong. The windiest month is February, averaging 3mph, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in June, with average winds dropping to 2mph, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. Wind conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year, varying by only 1mph between the calmest and windiest months.
Monthly Climate Data
The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lungkidau based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.The table below shows monthly climate averages for Lungkidau based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Fahrenheit (°F). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in miles per hour (mph). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.